Six new products to make self tanning even easier. Plus, a spray-tanning pro reveals how to get "sun-kissed" skin at home.

Self-Tanning Pro Tip: Pick Your Potion “Choose the formula that best suits your skin,” says Anna Stankiewicz, of Suvara Airbrush Tanning at the Warren Tricomi Salon at the Plaza Hotel in New York City. Creams and lotions like this work well on dry skin, while sprays and mousses have a lighter consistency—perfect for the acne prone. ($27; esteelauder.com)

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Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess Tanning Milk

Self-Tanning Pro Tip: Pick Your Potion “Choose the formula that best suits your skin,” says Anna Stankiewicz, of Suvara Airbrush Tanning at the Warren Tricomi Salon at the Plaza Hotel in New York City. Creams and lotions like this work well on dry skin, while sprays and mousses have a lighter consistency—perfect for the acne prone. ($27; esteelauder.com)

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Jergens Natural Glow Revitalizing Daily Moisturizer

Self-Tanning Pro Tip: Reach for the Right Shade “The orangey effect happens when you choose a self-tanner that’s too dark for your skin tone,” says Stankiewicz. “If you’re fair, like Nicole Kidman, use the light-to-medium option; if your skin is closer in color to Eva Mendes’ or J.Lo’s, go for the medium-to-dark one.” ($8; drugstore.com)

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Clarins Instant Smooth Self Tanning

Self-Tanning Pro Tip: Slough Off Dead SkinBefore you apply the sunless tanner, buff rough spots—they often soak up too much color, leaving splotches. “But avoid oil-based scrubs, which can leave a slick film on your skin that the active ingredients can’t penetrate,” says Stankiewicz. A better choice: a loofah or body brush. Wait for skin to dry completely after showering since water can dilute the formula, giving you an uneven or streaky tan. ($33; sephora.com)

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Aquasun Sunless Tanning System

Self-Tanning Pro Tip: Apply it Right“When you put on your self-tanner in circles, you end up hitting the same spots more than once,” says Stankiewicz. Instead, carefully smooth it on using long, even strokes. For sprays, hold the product six inches away from your body for a consistent coat. ($50; aquasuntan.com)

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Neutrogena Micromist Sunless Tan

Self-Tanning Pro Tip: Don't Sweat ItOn average, it takes six hours for your sunless tan to develop. Wear loose-fitting, dark-colored clothing during that time and try not to perspire—it can cause the product to rub off.($11; drugstore.com)